The Chard Dehydrator is a convenient kitchen appliance that comes with a massive ten trays that allow you to dehydrate your favorite fruits, herbs, meats, and vegetables in bulk. See your food being dried with the transparent acrylic door, which also has a latch and lock to make sure the food is efficiently dehydrated. The appliance comes with a power supply of 800 watts that provides more than enough power for large jobs.Â
Introducing the revolutionary CHARD 5 Tray Food Dehydrator! Perfect for food preservation enthusiasts and healthy eaters alike, this incredible appliance will make your life easier! With its enhanced airflow and digital timer with automatic shut off, you'll always have perfectly-dried fruits, vegetables, herbs, and even meats. But the convenience doesn't end there: the CHARD 5 Tray Food Dehydrator can be expanded to 25 trays - transforming it into a full-fledged power house of production. That's right - no more having to buy multiple appliances or constantly reloading trays. With its 14.8 x 11.8 x 9.4 inches compact size, you can now make delicious snacks with ease! Gray in color, this machine has all the modern features you need with none of the fuss. Invest in your health today with the long-lasting CHARD 5 Tray Food Dehydrator today!
The Chard dehydrator gives you more than 1700 square inches of space for dehydrating your foods. It is one of the most effortless appliances to use. It comes with a temperature dial and an illuminated on/off switch.
Chard 10 Tray Dehydrator
Let us have a closer look at this appliance.
What’s in the box:
- 1x Chard 10 Tray Dehydrator
Features of the Chard Dehydrator
- The Chard Dehydrator provides more than 1300 square inches of drying space.
- The 800 Watt heating element on the machine offers sufficient power for large dehydrating tasks.
- The large fan flows evenly heated air; this eliminates the need for tray rotation.
- It has a transparent door with a latch and lock door closure.
- The 10 large trays are included with the Chard dehydrator.
Pros
- It has a max temperature of 160 degrees.
- The trays are BPA-free.
- It comes with 10 trays.
- Can use all ten trays to make jerky and other foods.
- It comes with an on and off switch.
- It has a fan located in the back center of the unit along with the heater element. It circulates heat evenly between all the trays.
- The unit is made of metal.
Cons
- The trays are plastic, but many customers have said that the trays are sturdy and heavy-duty.
- This dehydrator does not have a timer like most of the brands in a similar price range.
- The Chard 10 Tray Dehydrator does not come with tray liners to make fruit rollups; you have to purchase these separately.
- The power supply is 800 watts which can increase electricity bills when in constant use.
- According to the manual, Trays are not dishwasher safe.
- The tray holes are big; this would make it very challenging to dehydrate foods such as blueberries, carrots, and celery.
Dimensions
This food dehydrator is 13-1/4 inches wide, 18.5 inches long, 14.5 inches tall.
Item Weight
19 pounds
Ratings
Is it easy to clean: Yes
4.7 out of 5.
Is it easy to use: Yes
4.5 out of 5.
Noise level rating of 4.2 out of 5.
Color
Black
Does The Chard Dehydrator Come In 5 Tray Version?
Yes, the Chard Dehydrator does also come in 5 trays. This is ideal for those who are looking for an entry-level machine or for those who have limited space.
Chard 5 Tray Digital Dehydrator
What’s in the box:
- 1x Chard 5 Tray Dehydrator
Features
The Chard 5 Tray Dehydrator is great for fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and jerky. With 450 watts of drying power, it is sure to get the job done quickly and efficiently. It features a digital control display with temperature and timer. Includes five trays and can be expandable up to 25 for larger batches.
How To Use The Product?
It’s really easy to use the Chard 5 Tray Dehydrator.
- First, you need to plug in the unit. The display light will flash OFF.
- Next, press the On/Off button. You will hear the fan start.
- Press the + or – button to set the temperature. ( refer to the guide for temperature settings).
- Once you have the desired temperature set, press the TEMP/TIME button to start the dehydrator. The display will show the time in hours and minutes. The dehydrator will run until the set time is reached.
Temperature Suggestions:
Fruits: 131-140 degrees
Vegetables: 122-130 degrees
Herbs: 95-104 degrees
Pros
- Auto shutoff
- Easy to use
- Trays can be expanded
- Great price
- Rectangle design for better air circulation
- The trays and cover are dishwasher-safe trays and cover
- ETL Certified
Cons
- The tray size is a little small.
Components
- COVER
- 5 DEHYDRATING TRAYS
- BASE
- VARIABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS
- ON/OFF BUTTON
Replacement Trays:
Chard dehydrator replacement trays can be found here.
These can only be used with the Chard DD 5S dehydrator; they will not fit any other models. However, these trays are great if you want to do larger batches or if you want to have spares on hand.
Can I Buy Directly From The Manufacturer?
Yes, you can buy directly from the manufacturer.
Click the link below to be taken to their website.
On the Chard Products site, you will find all the different models they offer. If you have any questions, they have a contact form on the site that you can fill out, and they will get back to you as soon as possible.
Final Word
What makes the Chard Dehydrator stand out is its ten trays; this is more than enough to dehydrate all your favorite foods in one go. The clear door is another excellent addition to this machine. Most dehydrators have a transparent top that only allows you to see what’s being dehydrated at the top. This appliance has a transparent door that shows you all the trays so you can keep an eye on your food items.
The price is affordable compared to other dehydrators on the market, such as the Magic Mill MFD 1010, which has 11 trays and is over $200.
I believe this is an excellent food dehydrator that will be a great addition to the kitchen. We give this appliance a 4.5 out of 5 for performance and ease of use.
Looking for another 10 tray dehydrator, why not read our review of the Samson 10 Tray Dehydrator.
